ROAR Character Kids™  ·  Schools & Organizations

Identity-Centered Literacy
& SEL Resources for Children

ROAR Character Kids™ helps children build courage, confidence, positive self-talk, and healthy identity through stories, movement, discussion, and family connection.

Erica R. Durant — ROAR Consulting LLC

Erica R. Durant

Founder & CEO, ROAR Consulting LLC

Erica Durant is an educational professional with more than 28 years of experience supporting children, schools, and educational communities. Through ROAR Consulting LLC, she creates identity-centered literacy and SEL resources designed to help children build confidence, courage, emotional awareness, and healthy self-esteem — rooted in the belief that every child carries a God-given identity worth protecting.

  • B.S. Organizational Development & Leadership — Saint Joseph’s University
  • 28+ Years in Education
  • Ordained Elder & Faith-Based Coach
  • Published Author — Faith-Based Books & Resources

Featured Resources

Books & Programs for Your School or Organization

Every resource is designed to meet children where they are — building confidence, identity, and emotional health through story, creativity, and connection.

Mom-Mom, Am I Special?

📚 Picture Book

Mom-Mom, Am I Special? A Story of Love, Faith, and Identity

Ages 4–10

A beautifully illustrated picture book about a little girl who asks the question every child carries — and a grandmother who answers with faith, love, and the kind of truth that lasts a lifetime. Perfect for classroom read-alouds, social-emotional learning discussions, and family connection activities.

Available through Ingram distribution, Barnes & Noble, and major retailers. Schools and libraries may order directly through Ingram.

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I Am Special I Am Loved

🎨 Coloring Book

I Am Special, I Am Loved: A Coloring Book of Faith & Confidence

Ages 4–10

A faith-filled coloring book packed with affirmations that build confidence, self-worth, and joy — one colorful page at a time. An ideal companion resource for classroom use, after-school programs, and family engagement activities.

Available on Amazon. Direct school and church ordering available — contact us for bulk pricing.

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ROAR Character Kids™ SEL Program

🌟 SEL Program

ROAR Character Kids™

Pre-K through Elementary

A 4-week SEL-based character and confidence program designed to help young learners build courage, resilience, positive self-talk, and a healthy sense of identity. Each week focuses on one pillar of the ROAR framework through stories, movement, affirmations, discussion, and family connection activities.

Available for schools, after-school programs, churches, and community organizations. Contact us to learn more.

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The ROAR Framework

Built Around What Children Need Most

Every component of ROAR Character Kids™ is rooted in the four pillars of the ROAR framework — designed to work together to build the whole child.

ROAR Character Kids™
4-Week Program

Each week of the program focuses on one ROAR pillar, using age-appropriate stories, movement activities, group discussion, affirmations, and family connection guides to reinforce learning at home and in the classroom.

Stories

Identity-centered read-alouds that children see themselves in

Movement

Physical activities that reinforce confidence and courage

Affirmations

Age-appropriate positive self-talk children speak over themselves

Discussion

Guided conversations that build emotional vocabulary

Family Connection

Take-home activities that extend learning beyond the classroom

R

Rise

Building the courage and confidence to try new things — even when it feels scary

O

Overcome

Developing perseverance and resilience when things are hard

A

Affirm

Nurturing positive self-talk, self-compassion, and a kind inner voice

R

Reclaim

Helping every child claim a healthy identity and the confidence to be themselves

Bring ROAR Character Kids™ to Your School or Organization

Whether you’re a school administrator, counselor, after-school director, church leader, or community organization — we would love to connect and explore how ROAR resources can serve the children in your community.

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